Cyber Security Lead

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Security Lead to join our NATO SEASPARROW Project Office (NSPO) team. This individual will be at the forefront of our cybersecurity efforts, ensuring the protection and integrity of our information systems against cyber threats. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in cybersecurity, including expertise in ethical hacking, managing the Authority to Operate (ATO) process, and implementing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework. This role requires an active security clearance and a CISSP certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cloud security support to help develop, implement, configure, administer, and report on cloud security capabilities, technologies, tools, risks, vulnerabilities, events, and incidents to include implemented enterprise security controls.

• Provide support to designs, test, and implementation of secure operating systems, networks, and database products.

• Conducts risk assessments and provides recommendations for application design.

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity policies and procedures.

• Manage the ATO process, ensuring all systems comply with governmental and industry standards before operation.

• Implement and maintain the CMMC framework across all relevant systems and processes.

• Conduct ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses and develop mitigation strategies.

• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure cybersecurity measures are integrated throughout the organization.

• Provide leadership and guidance on all cybersecurity matters, including incident response and risk management.

• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to continuously enhance our security posture.

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity policies and procedures.

• Manage the ATO process, ensuring all systems comply with governmental and industry standards before operation.

• Implement and maintain the CMMC framework across all relevant systems and processes.

• Conduct ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses and develop mitigation strategies.

• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure cybersecurity measures are integrated throughout the organization.

• Provide leadership and guidance on all cybersecurity matters, including incident response and risk management.

• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to continuously enhance our security posture.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

The successful candidate must have

• Current Secret US government clearance

• Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity

• Knowledge of Azure Government, FedRAMP, and DoD cloud security and compliance requirements.

• Knowledge of Azure security services, such as Azure Security Center, Azure Firewall, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Policy.

• Proficient in AppDetective, WebInspect, Nessus, Splunk, ACAS, STIGS, SCAP, HBSS, VMS and eMASS

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills and ability to work in a Multinational Environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master s degree preferred.

• Previous experience with DoD cloud services.

• Experience with AWS Cloud and MS Azure.

• Familiarity with ITAR and Export Control.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $140690 - $239140

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Cyber Security Lead

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